Trauma 

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Unfortunately, sometimes we are subject to traumatic experiences (e.g. car crash, physical violence, abuse as a child, exposure to natural disasters etc.). In order to protect us from these terrible events our brain goes into 'survival mode', where it makes us think, feel and act certain ways to protect us from the trauma. Instances of this 'survival mode', include:

• Physical - hyper-arousal/ excessive alertness, easily startled, nightmares, troubles sleeping, general aches and pains;
• Cognitive - Intrusive thoughts/memories, difficulties concentrating and troubles with memory;
• Behavioural - Avoiding reminders of event, social withdrawal, loss of interest in previously enjoyable activities;
• Emotional - numbness, fear, depression, anger, and guilt etc. 

The above consequences of trauma are used as a survival mechanism by our brains because it increases our awareness of the trauma so that we can (hopefully) avoid that event from happening to us again in the future. However, the problem begins when we are no longer likely to be exposed to the same traumatic event and we want our lives to return to 'normal', but they can't return to 'normal' if we are experiences the above consequences.

Nomadic Psychology can help you return to 'normal' following a traumatic event by:

Establishing a safe environment for you to share your experience (if/when you are ready)

Listening with empathy, understanding and non-judgement

Helping to provide psycho-education on your experience, to help you understand the psychology behind why you may be thinking, acting and feeling the way you are

Identifying your strengths in processing your experience

Providing you with techniques and tools to help you manage the challenges

Provide ongoing care and support throughout your journey

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